Dryft Darocotan Island, El Nido

Philippines
El Nido
Dryft Darocotan Island
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Dryft Darocotan Island | Philippines - El Nido

Darocotan Island Brgy Teneguiban, 5313 El Nido, Philippines (Show map)

Dryft Darocotan Island description

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Located in El Nido, Dryft Darocotan Island features a restaurant and sea views, 27 mi from Big Lagoon El Nido and 27 mi from Small Lagoon El Nido.

Dryft Camp is a one of a kind glamping island adventure located in the north of El Nido, discover the beauty of Palawan while escaping the crowds. With long private white beaches, clear blue waters and vibrant coral reefs.

A terrace with garden views is offered in each unit.

If you would like to discover the area, snorkeling is possible in the surroundings.

Matinloc Shrine is 27 mi from Dryft Darocotan Island, while Calitang Beach is 14 mi from the property.

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Review score

Based on 62 reviews

Facilities

9.4

Cleanliness

9.9

Comfort

9.7

Value for money

9.2

Location

9.9

Total

9.6

Room choices in Dryft Darocotan Island

Glamping Tent

Tent

The Hive Huts

Beach Bungalow with Sea View

Dryft Darocotan Island Services

Bathroom	Toilet paper, Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Free toiletries
Bedroom	Linens
View	Ocean view, View
Outdoors	Picnic area, Beachfront, Private beach area, BBQ facilities, Terrace, Garden
Room Amenities	Socket near the bed
Activities	Tour or class about local culture Additional charge, Happy hour Additional charge, Beach, Snorkeling, Diving Off-site Additional charge, Hiking, Windsurfing Off-site Additional charge, Fishing Additional charge
Food & Drink	Fruit, Wine/Champagne Additional charge, Special diet meals (on request), Bar
Internet	No internet access available.
Parking	No parking available.
Services	Shuttle service Additional charge, Concierge, Tour desk, Laundry Additional charge, Airport shuttle Additional charge, Airport shuttle Additional charge, Airport shuttle Additional charge, Room service
Entertainment & Family Services	Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security	Fire extinguishers, 24-hour security, Safe
General	Adults only, Designated smoking area, Private entrance, Fan, Non-smoking rooms
Spa	Full-body massage, Hand massage, Head massage, Couples' massage, Foot massage, Neck massage, Back massage, Beach chairs/Loungers, Massage Additional charge
Languages Spoken	English, Filipino

Dryft Darocotan Island Terms and Conditions

Check-in	2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Check-out	Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment	Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds	Children not allowed.
Age restriction	The minimum age for check-in is 18
Payments by Booking.com	Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Quiet hours	Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
Pets	Pets are not allowed.

To consider

Please inform Dryft Darocotan Island of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQ Dryft Darocotan Island

What is the average price to stay at Dryft Darocotan Island?

The average price is 124 usd for the next dates. To know more details, please enter your arrival and departure dates. usd for the next dates. To know more details, please enter your arrival and departure dates.

Is there a wifi connection in Dryft Darocotan Island?

No internet access available.

What is the check-in time at Dryft Darocotan Island?

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

What is the check-out time at Dryft Darocotan Island ?

Until 11:00 AM

Guests loved it because...

how to get there from el nido centre? do you provide transport?

We can help you arrange transport through a 3rd party shuttle service, offering either shared or private transport at an additional cost. Shared van leaves from El Nido at 1 pm and returns to El Nido on your check-out at 11 am from the island.

Hi, we are arriving at Philippines Ports Authority in El Nido around 4-5pm. How would you recommend to get to the island?

We can help you arrange a private transportation through a 3rd party shuttle service for an additional costs.

Is your private beach next to the property or do I need to use a means of transportation to go there?

Your room opens up onto our private beach. You'll be surrounded by sea, sand, and palm trees.

Hi, how are you? How do I get to the Island? Thanks, Manu

Hi! Is it possible to leave the island early morning? Planning to stay but my flight back to Manila is at 7am through Lio Airport.

Hello, yes it is possible to arrange an early checkout for 1750 php for 2 persons, boat and car transfer. Thank you.

Hi , Request you to please confirm if boat and van to El Nido can be arranged at 7 am in the morning ? because on the day of check-out, we want to start early so that we can reach on time(by 8 am) to start El Nido Tour A/B/C or D in time (9 am).

If your travel schedule does not allow you to join our shared shuttle, we will happily assist you in arranging private transportation to the island. The price for a private shuttle (car and boat) for 2 people is PHP 1750 php, oneway.

hi are you DOT Accredited?

Yes! We are happy to say that we are DOT accredited. You can find us on the List of Accommodation with DOT accreditation under Dryft Travel Expeditions.

Is the toilet common? Or has its own toilet in every hut?

We have 6 units of shared bathroom for the Hive Huts and Glamping Tent. We also have a room called Beach Bungalow with Sea View that has its own bathroom.

where is the bathroom and the toilet?

The bathrooms and toilets are located just behind our main structure, a short walk from our huts and tents. We have individual rooms to maintain your privacy while in use.

When is the best time to visit your property for the perfect beach holiday?

You can have a great beach holiday year-round, with different times offering different seasons offering a different version of perfect. The busy season is from December to May, this usually brings bigger crowds, the sunniest days, and hotter weather (Apri

Hello! We land at Puerto Princesa airport at 8pm. Is it possible to arrange a transfer for us to the hotel on the same evening?

Hello, we don't allow check-in after sunset. Thank you.

Hello - If we have a flight from El Nido Airport to Manila at 12:30 (lunchtime), is it possible to leave Drift that same day or should change our dates to stay in El Nido the night before? If it's possible, what would we the cost of transport?

We will happily assist you in arranging private transportation. The price for private shuttle 2-4 person is PHP 1500.

Hi, My girlfriend and I are going to be spending few days in El Nido early december, and are thinking to spend a night at the camp but I think it makes sense only if we could arrive early morning on the day to the island. I think we can get to Teneguiban

If you organize your trip to our boat departure (Teneguiban Barangay hall), please let us know in advance so we can organize a boat that will meet you there. The price is PHP 700.00/4 person. You can park your car or bike inside the Barangay hall for arou

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United Kingdom

Stuart

9,0 Very good

Purpose of trip: Leisure trip

What was the highlight of Dryft Darocotan Island

An unforgettable get away in a beautiful location, with amazing staff

The staff (Faith) were amazing - we had an issue with our next booking and she went out of her way to help us find a solution, even though it wasn't their issue. Food was great - varied menus that were always tasty.

There was honestly nothing that we didn't like (although there could have been more hammocks, as these are a great place to hang out during the hot part of the day).

United Kingdom

Curt

10,0 Excellent

Purpose of trip: Leisure trip

What was the highlight of Dryft Darocotan Island

Paradise

Everything was perfection. The staff, the food, the tranquility and so much more. There is no phone signal so you really get a detox away from everything. One of the most beautiful places we’ve visited.

Nothing

Germany

Alexander

9,0 Very good

Purpose of trip: Leisure trip

What was the highlight of Dryft Darocotan Island

Wonderful

Dream Location, incredible food

Hungary

Krisztina

9,0 Very good

Purpose of trip: Leisure trip

What was the highlight of Dryft Darocotan Island

Magical atmosphere!

Amazing location!! Beautiful beach for only the guests, the water is crystal clean and the scenery is magical. The staff is very friendly, our datu was comfy and clean, not to mention it’s interesting architectural look. The shower and toilet were also always clean, good water pressure and they have shower cream and shampoo.

Unfortunately our sensitive stomach couldn’t handle the authentic food and since outside food is prohibited, we were on a small diet whilst there. It caused problems later. Every meal looked great though, the really put the effort into it!

Belgium

Jolan

10,0 Excellent

Purpose of trip: Leisure trip

What was the highlight of Dryft Darocotan Island

Amazing and unique stay, best food in the Philippines!

Italy

Margherita

10,0 Excellent

Purpose of trip: Leisure trip

What was the highlight of Dryft Darocotan Island

Must go

One of the best places on hearth. Rarely felt so relaxed. The staff is wonderful

Nothing

United Kingdom

Katarzyna

10,0 Excellent

Purpose of trip: Leisure trip

What was the highlight of Dryft Darocotan Island

Would come back again

Beautiful camp, felt like being on a remote island. Delicious food and great facilities to spend time with friends

United States of America

Tracy

10,0 Excellent

Purpose of trip: Leisure trip

What was the highlight of Dryft Darocotan Island

Perfect Philippines

Loved it Cool architecture, lots of chill seating, great beach, staff, food, drinks

Nothing Maybe for the price, warm or hot water might be nice

Italy

Sean

9,0 Very good

Purpose of trip: Leisure trip

What was the highlight of Dryft Darocotan Island

Wonderful

Amazing experience, disconnected from the world in an tribal yet luxurious facility with all comforts.

Stayed in a tent, perhaps they need a soft uograde as they can become extremely hot and humid.

Netherlands

Jeroen

10,0 Excellent

Purpose of trip: Leisure trip

What was the highlight of Dryft Darocotan Island

Fantastic location, food, atmosphere and wreck snorkeling

Location, location.location

Greece

Paraskevi

10,0 Excellent

Purpose of trip: Leisure trip

What was the highlight of Dryft Darocotan Island

A wonderful place to chill and enjoy beach life!

The bar-restaurant of the place is amazing: beautiful, well made, on a perfect spot, delicious food and drinks, you just don't want to move from it. There are tents and huts available. They are all very spacious and comfortable. The tents are not in the shade during the day so they get very hot and it's impossible to stay inside when it's sunny. The huts were really cool the whole day. The bathrooms where beautiful and super clean. The beach in front of the hotel is very nice too.

Just some details. There aren't except 2 hammocks no places to lay down either at the beach or at the bar (just places to sit). Also given the high price of the place I would have expected some simple things to be for free, for example the snorkeling equipment for which you have to pay and rent it. There is no wifi and no signal for the phone (we were aware of that). Smoking is only aloud in one specific table which (as a smoker) I found it exaggerating a bit given the fact that it's an open space. But because of that we met from the first hour really interesting people so for socializing it was a very very good thing :)

Spain

Hampus

10,0 Excellent

Purpose of trip: Leisure trip

What was the highlight of Dryft Darocotan Island

Genuine and beautiful stay in a private island

Food was absolutely incredible. The chefs created a new menu every night.

Australia

Serena

10,0 Excellent

Purpose of trip: Leisure trip

What was the highlight of Dryft Darocotan Island

Hidden Gem

Shoutout to Christian, Andria, Ivy and the amazing chefs & staff at Dryft for making our stay extra special. We will be back soon!!

United Kingdom

Kerry

8,0 Very good

Purpose of trip: Leisure trip

What was the highlight of Dryft Darocotan Island

Such a special place!

The island is pure heaven! The food was great, there were plenty of activities to keep us entertained, the beds were very comfortable and all of the staff were super friendly.

Slightly pricey for food/ drink but we were expecting that, however, the quality of the food was superb so it balances it out. The thing that really let our few days at Dryft down was the lack of organisation upon our departure. When on the island before check out, the staff were very helpful, they advised we would be dropped at our next hotel and that this was included in the transport cost that we had paid. However, once back on land there seemed to be no order to anything, the drivers didn't seem to have a clue what was going on or who was going where, a large group of us waited for around 30 minutes whilst the drivers tried to arrange it amongst themselves. We ended up being dropped at Lio beach despite me showing the driver where we were staying as I had been advised to do by staff on the island, which meant we had to pay for an additional taxi. We may just have been unlucky on that day but if not, maybe the departure process could be made a bit smoother when on land.

United States

Pipa

10,0 Excellent

Purpose of trip: Leisure trip

What was the highlight of Dryft Darocotan Island

this was an amazing place with attention to all the right things to make it perfect

location/design/tranquility/staff/beach/food

United Kingdom

Matthew

10,0 Excellent

Purpose of trip: Leisure trip

What was the highlight of Dryft Darocotan Island

Amazing stay - highly recommend

Amazing camp, the main restaurant was relaxed and comfortable and the food was delicious. The staff were amazing, knowing everyone by name. We stayed in a hut which I cannot recommend highly enough

Germany

Alisa

9,0 Very good

Purpose of trip: Leisure trip

What was the highlight of Dryft Darocotan Island

Wow! Unforgettable stay at Darocotan island

- Amazing location! Crystal clear water, white sand beach and a great spot for snorkeling - Very kind and friendly staff - No plastic used in the camp - Breakfast was included and very tasty

- Water in the shower smelled a bit musty - Hive Huts were not really comfortable (the price difference to the tent is not really justified) - Beds quite small and too soft - Renting a paddle board is too expensive

United States

Kelley

9,0 Very good

Purpose of trip: Leisure trip

What was the highlight of Dryft Darocotan Island

Superb

Dinner was amazing! Exceeded expectations! Everything Was so delicious

Australia

Sinead

10,0 Excellent

Purpose of trip: Leisure trip

What was the highlight of Dryft Darocotan Island

Exceptional

Wow this place is insane. We stupidly didn't realise it was far from Coron town but it was the best mistake we could have made! This place is truely magical! We really felt like we were on a getaway and it was so relaxing. The bamboo architecture was unreal...we couldn't stop admiring all the little details and kept watching how one of the bungalows under construction was being made. Amazing!! The owners organised alternative transport for us because we weren't able to make either organised shuttle. It was very easy to deal with them and they were very helpful. The food and drinks were delicious!! Some of the best food we found in the Philippines. The snorkeling at the shipwreck was the best snorkeling we did on our whole trip. The shipwreck is just off the shore and is very small but jam-packed with marine life and extremely colourful! Equal to the Great Barrier Reef!! Would come back in a heartbeat, I miss it already. Thanks guys!

France

Florian

10,0 Excellent

Purpose of trip: Leisure trip

What was the highlight of Dryft Darocotan Island

Amazing place

amazing staff

nothing

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18.6 miles

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14.1 miles

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